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What's On in Wexford
Wexford's musical and cultural scene is busy all year round with festivals, family events, comedy shows, live music, heritage events, workshops and more all throughout the year. Our corner of Ireland's Ancient East is best for fun, any time of year.
Festivals | Wexford is internationally known for the famous Wexford Festival Opera and Wexford Spiegeltent Festival celebrating the arts, music and comedy, but it's also known for many more festivals. From food, harvest and seasonal festivals, literary festivals, comedy festivals and the Fringe Festival to name a few. This year, the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2024 is coming to County Wexford for 8 days of craic agus cheoil in our vibrant, exciting, atmospheric and welcoming town.
Family-friendly | A wide variety of family-friendly events take place around our beautiful county whether it's a seasonal St.Patrick’s Day Parade, Easter, Halloween or Christmas experience, arts and crafts workshops and other events and activities to keep the whole family occupied and entertained.
Comedy and Live Music | Comedy and live music gigs in Wexford are a must when visiting our corner of the country. With festivals, seasonal events and live music on every corner of Wexford, there's sure to be something happening across the county when you visit during the winter months.
Art & Crafts and Heritage Workshops | Explore a range of art and crafts events or lovely heritage workshops on traditional methods in Wexford's heritage sites, art centres and other venues that take place throughout the year.
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V.I.P Guided Zoo Tour
Tue 28th May - Thu 30th January
What's On
V.I.P. Guided Tour at Secret Valley Wildlife Park! Led by our experienced rangers, this personalized tour promises an unforgettable adventure as you delve into the fascinating stories of our incredible creatures. Your experience includes: A personalized guided tour led by one of our expert rangers Participate in the feeding session for otters, lemurs, capuchins Hand-Feed […]
Swing into Jazz in the Afternoon with Melanie O’Reilly Trio
Wed 11th September - Wed 11th September
What's On
Melanie O’Reilly – Vocals, Carole Nelson – Piano, Adrian Jackson – Bass Join Melanie and her Swing trio for an afternoon of uplifting celebration of the favourite songs of the Swing Era composed by Ellington, Count Basie, Stan Kenton, Gershwin, Cole Porter, Fats Waller and made popular by the legendary jazz singers of Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, Rosemary Clooney, Anita O’Day, Nat […]
Jaxson Live @ Wexford Arts Centre
Thu 12th September - Thu 12th September
What's On, Live Music in Wexford
Since emerging onto the music scene, Irish singer-songwriter Jaxson has been captivating audiences with his soul-baring lyrics and raw, gravelly vocals. Raised in a small coastal village in Co. Wexford, Jaxson has become synonymous with music that emanates from the depths of the human experience. Drawing inspiration from his own emotions and life experiences, Jaxson […]
Freddy Vs Jason One-Night-Only Movie Screening
Fri 13th September - Fri 13th September
What's On
Prepare for the ultimate horror showdown as Wexford Horror Film Club presents a one-night-only screening of the iconic clash between slasher titans – Freddy Vs Jason! On Friday the 13th of September, join us for an unforgettable night of thrills, chills and nostalgic scares. Freddy Vs Jason brings together two of horror’s most legendary figures in a […]
Kilanerin Food and Heritage Festival 2024
Sat 14th September - Sun 15th September
What's On, Festivals
Kevin Dundon to headline second ‘Kilanerin Food and Heritage Festival’ Two-day event to feature vintage machinery, old photos, lost and forgotten skills, and local chefs and food produce Following the success of its inaugural event last year, the North Wexford community of Kilanerin is calling on lovers of food, heritage, and vintage machinery to […]
Opening Night of 2024 Gorey Yellow Belly Comedy Festival
Fri 20th September - Fri 20th September
Comedy, What's On
Get ready to laugh your socks off because the Gorey Yellow Belly Comedy Festival is back for its third year, and we’re kicking it off with a night you won’t want to miss! Book your tickets here On Friday, September 20th, the festival launches and Gorey Little Theatre will be buzzing with side-splitting humor as we […]
Culture Night
Fri 20th September - Fri 20th September
Family Events, Live Music in Wexford, What's On
Culture Night returns across Ireland on Friday, 20 of September with an exciting lineup of events celebrating culture, creativity, and the arts. In County Wexford, Culture Night will be celebrated with a variety of events across all five municipal districts in art centres, community spaces, libraries, and public spaces from 4pm till late. To see […]
“A Living History of the Castle” Culture Night 2024
Fri 20th September - Fri 20th September
What's On, Family Events
Our event “Living History in the Castle” is back for Culture Night 2024! Storm the Castle with Norman knights, discuss modern design with Eileen Gray, experience 20th century Castle life, and man the lookout during the Civil War… so much culture to explore in the heart of County Wexford! This fantastic FREE event is not […]
Culture Night at Wexford Arts Centre
Fri 20th September - Fri 20th September
What's On
Reflections – Friday 20th September 9pm Reflections – light projections on Wexford Arts Centre building highlighting the history and vibrant arts and culture offer within the town as part of Wexford Arts Centre celebrating it’s 50th anniversary as the oldest regional arts centre in Ireland. Featuring designs by Cormac Murray and Eddie O’Flaherty from Algorithm and artworks […]
Culture Night at Wexford Arts Centre
Fri 20th September - Fri 20th September
What's On
Reflections – Friday 20th September 9pm Reflections – light projections on Wexford Arts Centre building highlighting the history and vibrant arts and culture offer within the town as part of Wexford Arts Centre celebrating it’s 50th anniversary as the oldest regional arts centre in Ireland. Featuring designs by Cormac Murray and Eddie O’Flaherty from Algorithm and […]
Culture Night: Exhibition Talk
Fri 20th September - Fri 20th September
What's On
Friday 20th September, 7pm Admission free but booking is essential For Culture Night, Wexford Arts Centre will facilitate a late gallery opening from 5-8pm, offering more time to enjoy the current exhibition of Edge of Range by artist Laura Ní Fhlaibhín. The exhibition focuses on the cotton weed plant and traces the story of its near extinction through a sculptural […]
Favourite Worst Nightmare
Sat 21st September - Sat 21st September
What's On
Favourite Worst Nightmare – the electrifyng Arctic Monkeys Tribute – is coming to Crown Live on September 21st! Tickets: €16 Doors 3.30pm / Show 9.30pm 18+ Crown Live, Monck Street, Wexford, Ireland, Y35 XC95 Favourite Worst Nightmare ignites stages across Ireland with their electrifying tribute to the Arctic Monkeys. With an undeniable passion for […]